disorganized

adjective

dis·​or·​ga·​nized (ˌ)dis-ˈȯr-gə-ˌnīzd How to pronounce disorganized (audio)
Synonyms of disorganizednext
: lacking coherence, system, or central guiding agency : not organized
disorganized work habits

Examples of disorganized in a Sentence

The meeting was very disorganized.
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The walls of Franca’s store were lined with unlabeled bins and drawers full of bits and bobs that looked like the world’s most disorganized hardware store. Literary Hub, 20 May 2026 Let the yolk leak out and the membrane will sag, leaving the embryo a crumpled, disorganized mess. ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026 Mismatched outdoor furniture and decor can make your home feel disorganized and neglected. Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 17 May 2026 The Halfday Convertible 2-in-1 Garment Duffel Bag will help avoid cramming extra clothes into your main bag, which usually leads to everything getting messy and disorganized. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for disorganized

Word History

First Known Use

1801, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of disorganized was in 1801

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“Disorganized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disorganized. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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